An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Central finance team as Assistant Corporate Financial Controller on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract basis.  You will manage and oversee key aspects of periodic reporting, transactional processing, external and internal audit, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and overheads for Malmaison & Hotel du Vin central head office function.

The successful candidate will establish strong relationships with key stakeholders in the stakeholders, drive consistency and high-quality standards across the CFO department, and possess excellent technical accounting skills (IFRS), strong systems experience, and good Excel skills.

This role offers the opportunity to step into a Financial Controller position, deputising for the Corporate Financial Controller, and is ideal for a passionate financial professional with a track record of leading people and driving business performance through effective financial management.

 What we're looking for:

• Qualified Accountant with at demonstrable post-qualification experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the hotels, hospitality or retail (multi-site) industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Preferred exposure in a listed company or complex business structure.
• Hunger and curious to learn about the wider hospitality business and what is happening at hotel level.
• Excellent people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of finance professionals.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality financial reporting and analysis and driving business performance through effective financial management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior management and other stakeholders.
• Strong team player who can demonstrate an ability to take ownership of work streams and able to work independently.
• Sleeves rolled up approach. Happy in the detail whilst understanding the bigger picture.
• Experience with financial systems and software, preferably with experience in ERP systems such as SAP and Cognos.
• Demonstrable experience of process improvements across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrable experience of building high-performing teams and of acting as a credible, trusted business advisor.
• Exceptional presentation skills.
• High level of competency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc) and other relevant software.
• A rigorous and methodical approach with an eye for detail.

In addition to competitive rates of pay we offer:

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much much more
• Cycle to work scheme - save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
  
• We have a Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar which promotes and encourages activities like - Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness week and more
• We work with Wagestream giving instant access to your pay as it's earnt. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real time, stream up to 50% of the money you're already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save direct from your salary
  
• We also offer complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversary with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

Our Sustainability Goals:

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy with most of it coming from Wind Farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels. This target is achieved by everyone I the hotel focusing on the waste we produce
• We have moved to a chemical free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas and an enzyme based eco-friendly system for our kitchens.
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay instead of your normal workplace

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Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.